SWIFT/BIC code BABKIQBAXXX
BABKIQBAXXX belongs to Babylon Bank in Baghdad, Iraq.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BABKIQBAXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BABKIQBA |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Babylon Bank |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Baghdad |
| Country | Iraq |
How the Babylon Bank SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BABK Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- IQ Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- BA Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which institution uses SWIFT code BABKIQBAXXX?
The code BABKIQBAXXX belongs to the head office of Babylon Bank in Baghdad, Iraq. It is the code to use when you send money to an account at Babylon Bank.
How long does it take to send money to Babylon Bank?
An international SWIFT transfer typically takes 1–5 business days, because of correspondent banks and time zones. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Which details do I need to send money to an account at Babylon Bank?
Have ready the SWIFT/BIC code BABKIQBAXXX, the IBAN or local account number of the recipient, their full name and address. Iraq is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What does each part of BABKIQBAXXX stand for?
BABK is the institution code of Babylon Bank, IQ is the ISO code of Iraq, BA is the location code and XXX means the main office.
Is BABKIQBA and BABKIQBAXXX the same code?
Yes. BABKIQBA is the 8-character version of BABKIQBAXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Babylon Bank in Baghdad.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Babylon Bank in Iraq?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Iraq with transfer services before you send.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.